Chandigarh, August 25: Municipal Corporation Chandigarh organised a “Swachhta Ki Karyashala” at Mount Carmel School, Sector 47, Chandigarh, to sensitise students about cleanliness, waste segregation and responsible waste management.
The workshop was conducted under the supervision of Dr. Inderdeep Kaur, Medical Officer of Health (MOH) and officials of the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh. During the session, MC officials interacted with students and explained the importance of segregating waste at source and adopting the four-bin system at home.
The students were informed about the proper use of different bins for wet waste, dry waste, sanitary waste and other categories of waste, along with the importance of ensuring that waste is disposed of in the appropriate manner.
Through interactive activities and practical demonstrations, the students were encouraged to understand the importance of keeping their homes, schools and surroundings clean. The officials also highlighted the role of children and young citizens in creating awareness about cleanliness within their families and communities.
The workshop also focused on reducing the use of single-use plastic. Students were encouraged to avoid single-use plastic and opt for reusable cloth bags and environmentally friendly alternatives.
The students actively participated in the session and shared their views and experiences on cleanliness and waste management. MC officials encouraged them to become Swachhta ambassadors and spread the message of source segregation, responsible waste disposal and plastic reduction.
The MC Chandigarh appealed to citizens to adopt the four-bin waste segregation system, avoid single-use plastic and actively participate In keeping Chandigarh clean, green and sustainable.